News Archive

Coach Mike Abney

Get to Know HFC: Coach Mike Abney’s love of baseball is lifelong

Coach Mike Abney builds on the success of the HFC baseball team. He was a long-time assistant coach before becoming head coach.
Discover Day volunteer staff from 2019.

Volunteers needed for Discover Day on Sept. 30

To make Sept. 30's Discover Day a success for visiting high school students, volunteers are essential. Sign up today!
2020-2021 UROP Mellon Scholarship recipient Alanna Grace-Marie Schwartz.

Students: Mellon Research Scholar Fellowship info session Sept. 21

For HFC students interested in the humanities or social sciences, do not miss this session!
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Ph.D. executive enrolls in HFC nursing program to expand his leadership

Dr. Cleamon Moorer, Jr. has hired HFC nursing grads. Now, he is pursuing a nursing degree himself, to become an even better healthcare leader.
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HFC named Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly School for 5th year

HFC is proud to serve our military veterans! Our College has been named a Gold-Level status Veteran Friendly School five times.
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Students: Learning Success Center open house Sept. 27

Join us for the Learning Success Center Sept. 27 to learn about the many student support offices at HFC and how we can help you succeed.
Andrew Whitman

Get to Know HFC: Andrew Whitman switched from Great Lakes freighters to non-profit work

Andrew Whitman of the HFC Foundation moved into fundraising and grant writing as a way to help organizations obtain the funding they need to support others.
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Fans are welcome: cheer on the Hawks!

The Memorial Gym is open again, welcoming back spectators to cheer the Hawks on to victory!

Fifty-One O One Restaurant is open for the Fall semester

HFC's student-run restaurant will reopen Sept. 21 with a varied menu of seasonal dishes. You are invited!
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Black Male & QUEENS Focus Group meets every Wednesday

The first Black Male and QUEENS Focus Group meeting this fall is Wednesday, Sept. 14, at noon in Room N-011. All are invited.
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Women’s basketball tryouts Sept. 15

Want to become a Hawk hoopster? The HFC women's basketball team is holding open tryouts for the 2022-23 season on Sept. 15.
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Henry Ford College cookout, September 20

Join us for free food outside the Student Center on the second day of Welcome Back Week (September 20)!
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Join us: OER (open educational resources) Grants Open House Sept. 15

HFC students have saved $1.3 million through OERs! Join us for the OER (open educational resources) Grants Open House to learn more and find inspiration.
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HFC hosts on-campus flu vaccine clinics Sept. 13-15

The on-campus flu vaccine clinics are free and convenient for the HFC community. There is no cost; just bring your health insurance card.

Labor Day: President’s Video

With gratitude to labor unions and workers, we re-share the 2021 feature in which President Kavalhuna and Lynn Boza describe the meaning of Labor Day -- with a musical assist from Anthony Lai.
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Student Services Spotlight: “Handshake” app gives students an advantage in jobs and careers

Handshake is a user-friendly job software platform that allows you to customize what you are looking for in a career.
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Get to Know HFC: Joe Zarka sets a high goal for skilled trades

Air Force Veteran and long-time Ford CNC machinist Joe Zarka shares his passion for student success.
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President’s invitation: talk, jog, walk, eat... First Friday, September 9, 2022

President Kavalhuna invites the HFC community to the first First Friday on the Second Friday of September. this 2-minute video describes the fun, flexible options.
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Welcome Back Days for students Sept. 19-21

Get involved! Welcome Back Days offers fun, information, and connections for all students in a series of FREE activities and events.
Dr. Carolyn Casale

Dr. Carolyn Casale presents Faculty Lectureship Award lecture: online education’s impact on students

HFC Pre-Education Director Dr. Carolyn Casale will speak about research into online education and its impact on students Sept. 29.
Alumnus Brad Gonzalez

From writer’s block to aspiring lawyer and justice advocate

Unsure of his academic abilities, Brad Gonzalez enrolled at HFC. The experience boosted his confidence and prepared him for bachelor's, master's, and law school study, and an inspiring career.
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“Money Lessons for Every College Student” on Oct. 11 and Nov. 14

What you need to know about money: Learn how to make smart decisions by attending our free financial literacy seminars.
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Academic Integrity and Authentic Assessment conference Sept. 23

HFC Faculty: Develop a pedagogical toolbox to promote academic honesty. The Authentic Assessment and Academic Integrity mini-conference can help.
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Get to Know HFC: Christopher Bremer is reinvigorated by the creativity of Theatre

Christopher Bremer is one of three generations of Bremers involved in HFC Theatre.